Black Box SCOS-2 User Manual

Use software commands

to control two serial devices.

Use software commands

to control two serial devices.

Serial Code-Operated Switch (SCOS-2)

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FEATURES

• Switch between two serial devices— locally or remotely.

• Switch ports via a special “trigger” character or by flipping a toggle switch.

• There’s no unintended triggering, either—no matter what data you’re sending.

• Internal DIP switches enable you to select word format, speed, DTE/DCE, and trigger character.

• Async, full-duplex operation.

Switch between two serial devices—without worrying about unintended triggering.

Serial Code-Operated

Switch (SW281A-R2)

Terminal

Bar-Code Reader

Extended-Distance

Data Cable (EDN25C)

Modem 3600

(MD1000A-

CABPAK-R2)

Code-operated switches.

BLACK BOX®Code-Operated Switches enable one device to control up to 64 connected devices, depending on the code-operated switch. For instance, you can use one modem— not eight—to control eight devices. Code-operated switches are ideal for applications that require remote switching for file sharing or monitoring. Use code-operated switches for:

• Remote programming. Call in via remote sites to access servers, logic controllers, or any devices that require programming.

• Diagnostics. From your master control room, you can probe servers and run diagnostics.

Technically Speaking

TECH SPECS

Leads Supported — 1–8 and 20 Switches — (1) 3-position toggle switch (Mode 1/Disable/Mode 2);

(1) toggle switch (code-activated, manual Channel A, manual Channel B); Internal DIP switches: Word Format, Speed, DTE/DCE, and Arming Character

CE Approval — 230-VAC version: SW281AE Interface — RS-232, full-duplex, asynchronous Connectors — (3) DB25 F Power — 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 11 W (230-VAC version on request) Size — 2.2"H x 8.2"W x 11.2"D (5.6 x 20.8 x 28.4 cm) Weight — 2.2 lb. (1 kg)

Item Code

Serial Code-Operated Switch (SCOS-2) SW281A-R2

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